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Why XBRL Is a "Business" Reporting Language.

Authors :
Garbellotto, Gianluca
Hannon, Neal
Source :
Strategic Finance. May2005, Vol. 86 Issue 11, p57-61. 3p. 1 Color Photograph, 1 Chart.
Publication Year :
2005

Abstract

The article presents information on the eXtensible Business Reporting Language (XBRL). XBRL covers the overall business reporting processes including the ledger, trial balance, and reporting concepts. XBRL is designed for a reporting process regardless of the nature of the content. Analysts say XBRL can be broadened beyond business and financial reporting toward data processing and manipulation.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1524833X
Volume :
86
Issue :
11
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Strategic Finance
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
16852326